8/10 Good
Ailsa H.
Sep 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ailsa H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Cottage in Castle Douglas with patio
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Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4807 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor Space
- Ocean view
Explore the area
Kippford, Dumfries and Galloway
- Kippford BeachPlace, Kippford Beach2 min walk
- Rockcliffe BeachPlace, Rockcliffe Beach7 min drive
- Sandyhills BeachPlace, Sandyhills Beach9 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Castle Douglas
This cottage places you next to Kippford Beach and within a mile (2 km) of Rockcliffe Beach. The cottage includes a patio, a refrigerator, and a microwave.
What's nearby
- Kippford Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Rockcliffe Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
- Sandyhills Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles
- Dalscone Farm Fun - 36 min drive - 25.3 miles
- Galloway Forest Park - 52 min drive - 34.8 miles
Getting around
- Dumfries Station - 27 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX) - 85 min drive
Restaurants
- The Ark Tea Room By The Sea - 2 min walk
- Kings Arms - 6 min drive
- The Mariner - 3 min walk
- Anchor Hotel - 1 min walk
- The Beagle Country Pub - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Kippford Stables has been recently modernised and provides a cosy holiday base in the popular seaside village of Kippford, conveniently located behind the Anchor Hotel and with only a short walk to the other restaurants and tearooms that the village has to offer.
The spacious sitting room with dining area is on the first floor to make the most of the views to the estuary and across to Screel, the highest peak in the local area. The terrace garden to the rear of the cottage is accessed over a bridge and has attractive seating areas allowing the sunsets to be fully enjoyed and setting the water and hills of to stunning effect.
Kippford is a popular sailing destination and is busy with yachts and dingies together with small commercial fishing craft, these all provide a forever changing scene on the river. There is direct access to various walks which also link to longer coastal paths while it is only a short drive to the numerous fabulous sandy beaches which dot the Solway Firth in-between rugged headlands. The local area has lots of choice for outdoor pursuits including easy access to the 7 Stanes mountain bike trails, a wide variety of golf courses, lochs and forests for fishing or wildlife watching.
Post Code:DG5 4LN
Kippford Stables is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks
Damage Deposit £150
Accommodation for 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children on two floors:
Ground Floor : Entrance hall, King size bedroom; Single bedroom with pull out child's bed; Shower room
First Floor: Spacious Sitting room with dining area; Kitchen with door to bridge leading to terrace garden
Parking for 2 cars
Facilities: Oil central heating & Electricity included * Linen and towels provided * Washing machine * Dishwasher * Fridge * Small bench top Freezer *Electric cooker and microwave * T.V with DVD * CD Player * Cot and High Chair * Parking * Enclosed hill terrace garden with furniture and BBQ * 2 Dogs welcome * Eating available at adjacent Anchor Hotel
Extras: Additional charges apply per dog, per week/part week
The spacious sitting room with dining area is on the first floor to make the most of the views to the estuary and across to Screel, the highest peak in the local area. The terrace garden to the rear of the cottage is accessed over a bridge and has attractive seating areas allowing the sunsets to be fully enjoyed and setting the water and hills of to stunning effect.
Kippford is a popular sailing destination and is busy with yachts and dingies together with small commercial fishing craft, these all provide a forever changing scene on the river. There is direct access to various walks which also link to longer coastal paths while it is only a short drive to the numerous fabulous sandy beaches which dot the Solway Firth in-between rugged headlands. The local area has lots of choice for outdoor pursuits including easy access to the 7 Stanes mountain bike trails, a wide variety of golf courses, lochs and forests for fishing or wildlife watching.
Post Code:DG5 4LN
Kippford Stables is let weekly Saturday to Saturday, sorry we are unable to accept short breaks
Damage Deposit £150
Accommodation for 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children on two floors:
Ground Floor : Entrance hall, King size bedroom; Single bedroom with pull out child's bed; Shower room
First Floor: Spacious Sitting room with dining area; Kitchen with door to bridge leading to terrace garden
Parking for 2 cars
Facilities: Oil central heating & Electricity included * Linen and towels provided * Washing machine * Dishwasher * Fridge * Small bench top Freezer *Electric cooker and microwave * T.V with DVD * CD Player * Cot and High Chair * Parking * Enclosed hill terrace garden with furniture and BBQ * 2 Dogs welcome * Eating available at adjacent Anchor Hotel
Extras: Additional charges apply per dog, per week/part week
The cottage is heated and features a patio and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
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Property amenities
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- DVD player
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 807 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 22
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Property is also known as
564011
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this cottage?
This cottage is located in Castle Douglas, just steps from Kippford Beach. You'll also find Rockcliffe Beach and Sandyhills Beach within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at this cottage?
No, there isn't parking at this cottage.
Is this cottage adjacent to a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Are there hot tubs at Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this cottage offer breakfast?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
Does this cottage have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Yes, every accommodation at Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms comes with a deck with some featuring ocean views.
Reviews
Kippford Stables - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 3 reviews
8 - Good
2
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dave J.
Aug 28, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay in centre of Kippford
Just behind The Anchor pub. Clean and tidy. Double bed comfortable, twin beds not so - new mattress needed? Tiny sink in bathroom. No wifi - should we not have been warned? Overall excellent
Dave J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
8/10 Good
Pat
May 27, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Kippford
Quaint and comfortable
Pat
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023